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Lively
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Simple meaning
What does Lively mean?
Lively means full of energy.
Dictionary definition
Full of energy, activity, or excitement.
Example sentences
Lively in a sentence
easy
The lively puppy ran around the yard.
medium
The classroom became lively during the group activity.
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The writer used lively details to make the scene feel active and cheerful.
Synonyms
Words like Lively
energeticfull of energy
activemoving or doing many things
Antonyms
Opposite words
Word family
Lively word family
Base word
lively
adjective
lively
Base form.
adjective
livelier
More lively.
adjective
liveliest
Most lively.
noun
liveliness
The quality of being lively.
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Quick practice
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Practice 1
What does lively mean?
Lively means full of energy.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to lively?
Lively and energetic both describe something full of energy.
Practice 3
Which word is an antonym of lively?
Dull is an opposite when lively means energetic or exciting.
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